Gladstone to Townsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gladstone from Townsville?

The distance from Gladstone to Townsville is 426.6 miles (686.6 km) as the crow flies. Townsville is located NW of Gladstone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.4 miles, taking about 10h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gladstone and Townsville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.